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Dangerous Words in Business and Six Year-Old Refrigerators

by Art Petty | Jul 8, 2016 | Art of Managing, Decision-Making

 The most dangerous words in the business lexicon are: “With a bit more time and money… .” The most annoying words in my house are, “The ice-maker is out again and I called the repair service.” When you hear those words, run. And don’t forget to pick up your...

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